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	For Orthodox Jewish men, Wednesday before sunset and the start of Passover meant last call for a shave and a haircut for the next 49 days.&nbsp;NewsdayTV&#39;s Steve Langford reports.&nbsp;
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Orthodox Jewish men don't get haircuts or shave from the start of Passover for at least 49 days

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